Andres-Camara A family movie, which does not lose its essence, but is shot in a spectacular way. Tells you what to tell It transmits what you owe. But it also does it in a beautiful way that gets you more into the story and you enjoy the staging.The truth is that I had a great time watching the plans he makes. I think it's the director who knows best how to position the camera. But not only to make a beautiful shot. It is that he uses it to tell you the story. Others would make a series of loose planes, close-ups and details. He tells it in a masterly way.The film has its emotion, it does not lack and when he has seen my niece has not been bored, he liked it a lot. That means it has not lost essence.It has a spectacular picture. It's not always like that in cartoon films. The setting is great. It gets you into that much, it's very well created.As a director, I think there are too many words. Entertaining, fun, exciting.To put it to children and adults and to enjoy.

RLTerry1 An exhilarating visual array of breathtaking motion-capture animation with a touch of the macabre! Disney's A Christmas Carol directed by Robert Zemeckis is an outstanding adaptation of the literary classic. Instead of attending the cinema this week, with the box office offerings on the anemic side as we gear up for the bulk of Oscar season heavy hitters, I decided to rewatch Disney's A Christmas Carol. Charles Dickens' masterpieces have long sense been a source of inspiration for film adaptations of literature. Specifically, A Christmas Carol was actually one of the earliest films period–let alone adaptations. The first adaptation of A Christmas Carol was a British film in 1901 titled Marley's Ghost. This classic work has been adapted for film, theatre, radio, and television more than 100 original/separate times, collectively. But why??? Why this novel? Quite possibly, this single work of literature has been brought to life for the stage, speaker, or screen more than any other with only a few possible exceptions. Perhaps, because it is simply timeless– transcends all generations. Writer-director Robert Zemeckis showcases his ability to put his spin on the timeless tale by perfecting the motion-capture animation techniques that made his adaptation of The Polar Express so visually stunning. Although Patrick Stewart's Scrooge in the TNT original movie from 1999 is my favorite Scrooge, I feel strongly that Zemeckis' film is closest adaptation to the spirit of the novel and brings it to life in the way Dickens himself may have imagined.Prior to analyzing this adaptation, as it is a story most of us know and cherish, I'd like to look at why. Why has this work of literature been adapted for nearly every storytelling medium? The short answer is that it is a story that is as relevant today as it was in the 1800s. Much like with his other masterpieces, Dickens captures so much about the human condition, in what amounts to a short story. The novel is not terribly long. With many in the U.S. feeling as though, much like in Dickens' world, that we are being divided up into the rich and poor, this novel rings especially true. In fact, there are definitely high profile people in our economy echoing Scrooge's words "have we no prisons; have we no work houses???" Not that we have a physical debters' prison or work houses (in the old fashioned sense), but there are certainly elements of our society which parallel them. The story hits close to home for many. Furthermore, the novel, and subsequent adaptations, are regarded so highly because Dickens encapsulated every aspect by which mankind judges one another: past, present, and future. This is the foundation of a single person or people as a unit. Through Scrooge, Dickens shows us that if we look at our past, present, and future, then we can see the impact we have on those around us and even ourselves. By seeing how we really are, we can make the decisions to develop an approach to change ourselves to be about the business of mankind.Interestingly, the ghosts show Scrooge how Christmas past was a time of magic (although it ended in heartbreak for Scrooge), Christmas present depicts how commercialism and greed have all but wiped out the magic with a glimmer of hope as shown by Cratchit and Fred, and Christmas yet to come shows Scrooge–and us–a world without the magic of Christmas: a world that we created. Another reason why this story is so powerful is because Dickens wrote the character of Scrooge to be a complex, multi-layered human who acts very much like a mirror to many of us. On the surface, he looks like a stereotypical old miser, but after looking into his past, we are given a glimpse of how he evolved–not unlike many of us. This story is also powerful for those who recognize the religious origins of Christmas or not. The focus of the story is on generosity, hospitality, love, compassion, as well as selfishness, greed, and sociopathy; but, it very much includes and makes reference to the religious underpinnings of this special time of year. Simply stated, this is a dynamic story of redemption that transcends generations of people.Zemeckis' adaptation is a beautiful usage of 3D storytelling technology. Ordinarily, I am not a fan of 3D movies, but this one is an exception for sure. I did not watch it in 3D last night, but I remember watching it in 3D when it came out in 2009 at then Downtown Disney AMC. Zemeckis is one of few directors who knows how to use 3D effectively without it seeming like a gimmick. His use of 3D in A Christmas Carol greatly enhances the visceral appeal of the movie. One of the principle differences between this and other adaptations is just how supercharged it is with visual effects, intense chase scenes, and flying through the street of London. But, as Scrooge himself acknowledged, spirits can do anything–they're spirits. Zemeckis does not hold back on the dark elements of the story. If you have read the novel, you will recognize that there are very dark parts. In many respects, A Christmas Carol is a supernatural horror film. After all, how else was Scrooge going be so scared that he would make a 180 and change his miserly ways???There are few Christmas movies that capture the spirit of the season better than A Christmas Carol. Zemeckis' adaptation is my pick for best translation of page to screen. The cinematic excellence of Disney storytelling is woven throughout this film and makes for a thrilling journey. If you are planning to watch some Christmas movies this holiday season, I highly recommend this version of A Christmas Carol. But if you have very young children, it may be a little too scary for them. Whether you are young or young at heart, the magic of Christmas rings all too loudly in this timeless story brought to screen once again.

Python Hyena A Christmas Carol (2009): Dir: Robert Zemeckis / Cast: Jim Carrey, Gary Oldman, Colin Firth, Robin Wright, Cary Elwes: Classic Christmas tale that never seems to get old. Director Robert Zemeckis is perfect for the job since having made the Back to the Future films as well as Who Framed Roger Rabbit? He brings about the same adventurous feel of those previous films. Jim Carrey plays Ebenezer Scrooge whose reputation for being wealthy and selfish are well documented, however, he is visited by his late partner, Jacob Marley who informs him that he will be visited by three ghosts that represent his past, present and future. Jim Carrey plays off all three ghosts as well as Scrooge whose life is an open exam within one night, Christmas Eve. Gary Oldman appears as the tortured Marley whose mistakes are cemented in chains but he offers Scrooge an opportunity to avoid his fate. Colin Firth plays his nephew who expects Scrooge to visit for Christmas despite what others say. Firth remains one of encouragement and belief that Scrooge has good in him. Robin Wright appears as Scrooge's fiancé whom he once had passion for until he chose his career over her and has since regretted it. Cary Elwes also performs multiple roles, beginning with an old roommate of Scrooge. The message of giving and redemption is still as clear in this version as it was in the Alastair Sim version in years past. Score: 10 / 10

Kirpianuscus another version of Christmas Carol. a high demonstration of motion capture. and a bet of Zemeckis. far to be good or bad movie, it is expression of ambition. the result is interesting more technical but that is not a sin. because the book's spirit is preserved. because it remains a fascinating adventure. because it has the perfect team to translate the atmosphere of a specific universe in the good manner a good work who is not perfect but useful for remind the spirit of a significant holiday. the difference by other adaptations - a too cold air. the desire to be perfect destroy pieces from the gentle poetry of original. more an adventure than a story, it is one of animations who explores each side of show definition. is it a bad idea ? I do'n know. it is only childish demonstration of the force of images from a great director.